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Art & Theater Safety

The EHRS Art & Theater Safety program is devoted to safety and environmental awareness in art, architecture, and performing arts. Integral to this are safety culture, training, work practices, lines of communication, accountability, and oversight. This page contains important health and safety information and resources as it relates to art safety. If you have further questions, contact .

 

 

Ergonomics

Ergonomics is the science of fitting the work environment to the employee with the goal of preventing musculoskeletal injuries. Ergonomic assessments and training are designed to analyze and evaluate an employee’s workplace, equipment, body mechanics, posture, and job flow to promote a more efficient and productive workspace. EHRS can conduct ergonomic assessments to identify workspace design or working conditions that may contribute to discomfort or injury.  Assessments may result in recommendations for corrective actions or equipment.  For additional information or to request an assessment, contact

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Respiratory Protection

Respirators are worn to protect individuals from exposure to harmful airborne hazards that cannot otherwise be controlled to a safe level. Under federal OSHA requirements, respirators may only be worn after completing medical evaluation, training, and fit testing. Training and fit testing must be renewed annually. EHRS can determine when and what type of respirators are needed, review usage and maintenance procedures with the respirator user, and perform training and fit testing to ensure a satisfactory fit with the respirator. For additional information or to request an assessment, contact

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Indoor Air Quality

The quality of indoor air in buildings should allow employees to always work safely, but there are rare occurrences where certain pollutants, such as elevated particulates (dust, dander, and allergens), volatile chemical vapors, vehicle emissions, etc. may enter workplace air. EHRS has the capability to conduct air monitoring for these and many other compounds to evaluate a building's air quality.

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Emergency Equipment

Emergency equipment, such as eyewashes and showers, may be necessary in your workplace. EHRS can conduct a needs assessment for this type of equipment.

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Local Exhaust Ventilation

Ventilation within laboratories, studios, and shops is essential for providing a safe workplace. EHRS can provide a needs assessment to determine which type of local exhaust is required. Examples include fume hoods, biological safety cabinets, and snorkel-type exhausts.

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UAS Safety

The operation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), also known as drones, is subject to regulation by the Federal Aviation Administration and may pose safety, security, and privacy concerns. Accordingly, Temple University manages the operation of UAS on or over university property and in connection with University activities to ensure the safety and security of all persons and property. All UAS operations require prior approval from the UAS Management Team and must be conducted in accordance with all relevant laws and regulations, as well as any additional requirements imposed by the university.

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Hearing Conservation

The Hearing Conservation Program is responsible for providing guidance and support to the university’s students, faculty and staff concerning the recognition, evaluation and control of hazardous noise.

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Walking-Working Surfaces

Fall hazards are defined as a risk of falling from a height of four feet or more or when working over dangerous equipment and/or machinery. Falls may also be the result of trips and slips at ground level. Environmental Health and Radiation Safety has developed guidelines and tools to protect members of the university community engaged in outdoor and indoor work activities that can expose them to fall hazards or dangerous walking or working surfaces.

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Shop Safety

A wide variety of manual tools, power tools and machinery are essential for the support and operation of Temple University. These devices are used daily by employees in shops, maintenance and repair facilities, laboratories and on buildings and building systems. Tools and machines are also used in academic and extracurricular activities because shop and fabrication activities play an important role in the education of students in the arts, sciences and engineering. Environmental Health and Radiation Safety can assist in evaluating the potential hazards associated with this equipment as well as provide training and other support for shop and tool use.

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Shipping of Dangerous Goods

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and US Department of Transportation (DOT) have regulations regarding shipments containing Dangerous Goods, which are defined as articles or substances capable of posing a risk to health, safety, property, or the environment and are shown in the list of dangerous goods in the IATA and DOT Regulations. These guidelines provide information to University faculty, staff, and students wishing to ship or transport Dangerous Goods. Initial and recurrent training is required for anyone wishing to transport chemical or biological substances, dry ice, genetically modified micro-organisms, or infectious substances. EHRS provides training to fulfill this requirement.

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